Big Pun

Date of Birth: November 10, 1971

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Date of Death: February 7, 2000

Biography

Christopher Lee Rios, better known by his stage name Big Pun (short for Big Punisher), was an influential American rapper and songwriter. Born in The Bronx, New York City, he became one of the first Latino rappers to achieve mainstream success in the United States. Big Pun was a member of the hip-hop group Terror Squad, and his debut solo album, “Capital Punishment” (1998), was the first album by a solo Latino rapper to go Platinum. Known for his complex rhyming schemes and rapid-fire delivery, Big Pun left an indelible mark on the hip-hop community. Sadly, his career was cut short due to health issues, but his impact on the genre continues to be felt.

5 Interesting Facts about Big Pun

1. Big Pun was the first solo Latino rapper to have an album go Platinum.

2. His debut album “Capital Punishment” was nominated for a Grammy Award.

3. He was a member of the hip-hop group Terror Squad, led by Fat Joe.

4. Big Pun’s rapid-fire lyrical delivery set him apart as a unique talent in the rap community.

5. He struggled with obesity throughout his life, which ultimately led to his untimely death at the age of 28.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Big Pun

1. “I just want to be known as a good person. I’m not trying to be the best rapper; I just want to be the best person.”

2. “My rhymes are like land mines, one step, kaboom!”

3. “I wasn’t always overweight. I was a normal-sized kid until I was about 18.”

4. “You gotta be able to smile through all this bullshit.”

5. “I don’t want to be going through so much struggle just to get to where I want to be.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of his career, Big Pun’s net worth was estimated to be around $3 million.

Children

Big Pun had three children: Christopher Jr., Vanessa, and Amanda. His son, Christopher Rios Jr., is also a rapper who performs under the name Chris Rivers.